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IT114214
Higher Diploma in Digital Media Technology


Programme Aims

The programme equips students with professional knowledge and skills in digital media technologies, generative AI (artificial intelligence) and interactive media applications, and live streaming and broadcasting to create engaging digital experiences in various environments.

The programme is designed with an emphasis on generic and language training, whole-person development and workplace experience, to well prepare the students to further studies and pursue a career after graduation.
 

Category
Vocational Professionals Admission Scheme
Duration of Study
2 Years
Mode of Study
Full Time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)
IVE (Sha Tin)

Entrance Requirements
Career Prospects

Graduates may be employed as digital media developers & producers, VR / AR application developers, streaming and broadcasting developers & producers, UI / UX designers & developers, mobile apps designers & developers, advertising producers, exhibition coordinators, web designers & developers, YouTube content creator, generative AI specialists or even to develop their SOHO business in the digital media industry.

Articulation

Graduates may articulate to the Degree programmes offered by Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi):
1.    Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Multimedia Technology and Innovation
2.    Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Digital Advertising

Graduates may apply for admission to the following programmes:
1.    Degree programmes in local universities:
       The City University of Hong Kong
       The Hong Kong Baptist University
       The Chinese University of Hong Kong
       The Education University of Hong Kong
       The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
       The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
       The Hong Kong Metropolitan University
       The University of Hong Kong
2.    Articulation Degree programmes in overseas universities (conducted at IVE campus) [Not applicable to Mainland students]:
       The University of the West of England, UK
3.    Other universities in the UK and Australia

Note

1. Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme title, content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.
2. The revalidation of the programme will be conducted in 2025. The curriculum will be updated if circumstances so warrant.
 

Curriculum

Semester 1:
•    Mathematics and Problem Solving Techniques
•    Digital Video and Photography Fundamentals
•    Introduction to Visual Communication
•    Introduction to Programming
•    3D Modelling & Rendering Techniques
•    Introduction to AI for Digital Media Applications
•    Essential Workplace Communication: Effective Oral Interaction
•    Whole Person Development - Mindshift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
•    IT Essentials - Media

 

Semester 2:
•    VR/AR Studies
•    Motion Graphics
•    Digital Video Production
•    Generative AI for Digital Media Production
•    Metaverse Technology Studies
•    Mobile Advertising and App Design
•    Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
•    Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
•    Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part A)

 

Semester 3:
•    Industrial Attachment
•    Web Design and Development
•    Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
•    Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part B)
•    Enrichment Module A

 

Semester 4:
•    Final Year Project
•    Digital Music and Sound Design
•    Art Technology with AI
•    3D Visualization for Multimedia and VR
•    Immersive Experience Design
•    Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
•    Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21st Century Workplace

 

Semester 5:
•    IT Professionalism
•    Live Entertainment and eSports Event Broadcasting
•    Final Year Project
•    Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentation, Administrative and Technical Text Writing
•    Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
•    Enrichment Module B
•    Multimedia and VR Post-Production


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